chadster Posted December 9, 2016 Share Posted December 9, 2016 ^ Back to the future. There are details on it in the Dollywood thread, somewhere, but the gist of it is it recovers the energy expelled for lanuch, stores it, and reuses it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 According to social media, the PR department already has their hands on the International Plaza rendering, so I'd expect to see it before Christmas. But then again, Cedar Point did release their's in January, so we might have to wait a little longer than anticipated. Either way, I'm super excited for what's in store. If it looks as good as everyone says it does (and by everyone, I mean everyone that's already seen it), then we are in for a treat. I've heard amazing things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrientZinger Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 If WOF is considering the impact on Season Pass sales it could affect the release date of viewing the artist rendering. Question is before Christmas, before New Years, or January? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 If WOF is considering the impact on Season Pass sales it could affect the release date of viewing the artist rendering. Question is before Christmas, before New Years, or January? To increase Season Pass sales, I'd probably say January. But considering that they're already teasing it, I'd be pretty pissed off if they waited that long to finally release the plans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrientZinger Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 You should have added a "mic drop" at the end of your statement. Yes, I agree it would be a shame if they waited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted December 29, 2016 Share Posted December 29, 2016 For those not following along, the park has been releasing a piece of the rendering for the new entrance every day since Christmas. This is what we have so far. Looks kinda like Cedar Point/Carowinds mixed with old fashioned Disney architecture. Definitely looks promising. I'm glad they're adding somewhat of a subtle touch of theming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 They added some more pieces to the puzzle today. I can already tell it's looking much nicer than the old front gate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerManic Posted December 31, 2016 Share Posted December 31, 2016 Edited together: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 ^ This is going to look great! Definitely an improvement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZambeziZinger Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Yes it is an upgrade but I HATE the impact font of the logo they're using now. I wish they'd go back to the traditional. I'm curious how the ticket booths will look since this is only the gate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baileybrucem Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Edited together:[attachment=0]Untitled.png[/attachment] Why does it look like a roller coaster track is on the current bottom right piece, next to the person? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SixFlagsAstroworld Posted January 1, 2017 Share Posted January 1, 2017 Edited together:[attachment=0]Untitled.png[/attachment] Why does it look like a roller coaster track is on the current bottom right piece, next to the person? B&M hyper confirmed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 So now that the 2018 U.S. Premier SkyRocket II is confirmed to be going to SeaWorld San Diego, I guess that means we won't be seeing one at Worlds of Fun. That's too bad, it would have helped round out the park's coaster lineup a lot, but oh well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJK Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 This new entrance (and probably new coaster) is coming 2018, correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 No new coaster. New entrance is for this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 So now that the 2018 U.S. Premier SkyRocket II is confirmed to be going to SeaWorld San Diego, I guess that means we won't be seeing one at Worlds of Fun. That's too bad, it would have helped round out the park's coaster lineup a lot, but oh well. I wouldn't expect a new coaster directly after the huge season that 2017 is panning out to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZambeziZinger Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 So now that the 2018 U.S. Premier SkyRocket II is confirmed to be going to SeaWorld San Diego, I guess that means we won't be seeing one at Worlds of Fun. That's too bad, it would have helped round out the park's coaster lineup a lot, but oh well. I wouldn't expect a new coaster directly after the huge season that 2017 is panning out to be. Except they spread the 2017 additions over two fiscal years so it's really not that big. Sounds like the coaster (Premier Rocket II) and maybe one of the two used Tornado slides are coming in 2018. 2018 is shaping up to be a big year in MO with new coasters at other 2 parks in the state. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Password121 Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 ^Who says St Louis is getting a new coaster? Stop making assumptions and presenting it as fact, it's one of the things I really can't stand about about part of this community/thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 2018 is shaping up to be a big year in MO with new coasters at other 2 parks in the state. That's what some were saying about 2017 a year ago and we saw how that ended up turning out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 So now that the 2018 U.S. Premier SkyRocket II is confirmed to be going to SeaWorld San Diego, I guess that means we won't be seeing one at Worlds of Fun. That's too bad, it would have helped round out the park's coaster lineup a lot, but oh well. I wouldn't expect a new coaster directly after the huge season that 2017 is panning out to be. Except they spread the 2017 additions over two fiscal years so it's really not that big. Sounds like the coaster (Premier Rocket II) and maybe one of the two used Tornado slides are coming in 2018. 2018 is shaping up to be a big year in MO with new coasters at other 2 parks in the state. Even if the other two parks were going big next year, what would make you think that Worlds of Fun would be so eager to join in? Wouldn't they get a better return on investment if they waited until 2019? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZambeziZinger Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 Because IF they're adding a coaster for 2018, then the project would have been in the works for at least a year. What the other parks do has little to no effect on what WOF adds each year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 They have finally released the full concept art for the new front gate. Looks good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 They have finally released the full concept art for the new front gate. Looks good. A few thoughts on the new gate: -I really like the aesthetic. It looks like Cedar Point, Knott's, and Kings Island's entrances had a baby. It fits the park well. I like the abundance of the earthy green colors mixed with brick paving and buildings. While Cedar Point's and Carowind's entrances look nice, they're kinda bland and boring. This one looks welcoming and exciting. -The Worlds of Fun sign in the center is to die for. WOW! Like I said earlier, while the Cedar Point and Carowind's welcome signs are nice, they put me to sleep. While some complain about the font (which is something we complain about now, I guess), I think the new font looks great and nicely contrasts the rest of the plaza. The hot air balloon is the icing on the cake. At this point, I'm pretty sure Worlds of Fun is the only Cedar Fair park that still has a logo and they are not ashamed of that. It looks fantastic. -The banner on the actual entrance gate is hideous. I'm 99% sure that it won't look like that on Opening Day, but it's a terrible idea to put a banner with that much color on such a faded color palate. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it's a screen instead of a banner. A giant screen like the other Cedar Fair parks would really help the entrance spring to life. Especially during Halloween Haunt. -First impressions are everything and this really delivers in giving oncoming guests a great start to an exciting day. I'm looking forward to seeing it in person in mid-April! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaellynn4 Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I think it's a bit too early to comment on specific aesthetics of the new entrance since we're working off of some rustic concept art, but I appreciate the inclusion of the balloon as a focal point of the sign/plaza. Nice way to pay homage to your history. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 I like the balloon a lot. And yes, it is just concept art, but let's face it, it would be really, really hard to make that entrance worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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